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European Greenfinch

Chloris chloris

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, and temperate grasslands and steppes, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Distributed across Argentina, Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アオカワラヒワ
Chinese 欧金翅雀
Spanish Verderón Común
French Verdier d'Europe
German Grünling
Portuguese verdelhão / verdilhão
Russian Зеленушка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European Greenfinch?
The scientific name of European Greenfinch is Chloris chloris. It belongs to the genus Chloris.
What is the conservation status of European Greenfinch?
European Greenfinch (Chloris chloris) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does European Greenfinch live?
European Greenfinch is found in Distributed across Argentina, Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Argentina, Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.
What family does European Greenfinch belong to?
European Greenfinch (Chloris chloris) belongs to the genus Chloris, which is part of the taxonomic family Fringillidae.
Is European Greenfinch endangered?
Yes, European Greenfinch (Chloris chloris) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does European Greenfinch belong to?
European Greenfinch (Chloris chloris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (động vật).
What are the closest relatives of European Greenfinch?
The closest relatives of European Greenfinch in the genus Chloris include Australian fingergrass, Australian windmill grass, Comb windmill grass, Radiate fingergrass, Rhodes grass.

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